2026 Children & Family Resource Academy Application

Thank you for your interest in the Children & Family Resource Academy! Please complete the form below to apply.

Parents, caregivers, and advocates are invited to participate in this program to learn more about the variety of programs and supports available in Charles County for school-aged children. This is a great opportunity to learn more about resources while networking with peers and gaining advocacy skills, including certification in Youth Mental Health First Aid.

To be considered for participation, applicants must be age 18 or older, and either live or work in Charles County. This program is held in-person. There is not a virtual option. Participants must have no prior felony convictions and/or no misdemeanor convictions for offenses involving weapons or violence.

Participation Requirements:

18 years and older
Charles County Resident
Must be able to attend ALL 4 classes*

Class Dates*
1) Tuesday, 2/24 from 5:30-8pm
2) Tuesday, 3/3 from 5:30-8pm
3) Saturday, 3/7 from 9am-12pm
4) Tuesday, 3/10 from 5:30-8pm

All classes held at the Waldorf Senior and Recreation Center (90 Post Office Rd.)

Meals will be served each class

Children between 4-12 years old can attend with their caregivers and participate in FREE activities offered by Charles County Recreation.

Please review the schedule carefully to ensure that you are able to attend all four classes at this time. We understand that schedule changes are inevitable. Participants must attend at least 3 classes in order to graduate and receive a certificate. If the dates do not work with your schedule, please consider applying for a future cohort. If this is the case, please send an email to communityengagement@charlescountymd.gov to request to be put on a mailing list for future programs.

You may want to copy/paste this schedule for your records!

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* 1. Please check each of the boxes below to confirm your participation in this program. If you are unable to answer yes to options, please reach out to the program facilitator directly at communityengagement@charlescountymd.gov or 301-396-6686.

I would like to participate in the Spring 2025 Children and Family Advocacy Academy.

I am able to attend all of the scheduled classes at this time.

I understand that there is not a virtual option for this program

I understand that if I miss more than one class for any reason, I will not be eligible to receive a certificate of completion.

I have no prior felony convictions and no misdemeanor convictions for offenses involving weapons or violence.

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* 2. Please enter your contact information below:

Name *

Address *

Address 2

City/Town *

State/Province *

ZIP/Postal Code *

Email Address *

Phone Number *

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* 3. What roles do you have in regards to supporting youth in the community? Check all that apply.

Parent

Caregiver

Teacher

Coach

Human Services Professional

Program Leader for Religious Program

Other (please specify)

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* 4. Why are you interested in participating in this program?

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* 5. Will you be accompanied for this class by any children between the ages of 4 and 12 years old who can participate in free activities offered by our Recreation Division while you participate in the Academy?

Yes

If yes, please list the name(s), age(s), and relationship (child, grandchild, dependent, etc.) of any child(ren) accompanying you here:

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* 6. Do you (and/or your children, if they are accompanying you) require any accommodations?

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* 7. Please note any food allergies or dietary restrictions for you (and your children, if they are accompanying you).

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* 8. How did you hear about Children and Family Resource Academy?

Charles County Government Website

Charles County Government Facebook/Twitter/NextDoor

Charles County Government YouTube/Charles County Government TV (CCGTV)

"Stay Engaged, Charles County" online engagement platform

Referral from a previous participant or current applicant

Other (please specify)

We strive for each Children and Family Resource Academy cohort to reflect and represent the diversity of our community. We are requesting that you enter your demographic information below to assist us in doing so.

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* 9. Race/Ethnicity (check all that apply):

Black or African-American

White

American Indian and Alaska Native

Asian

Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander

Two or More Races

I prefer not to disclose

Other (please specify)

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* 10. Are you of Hispanic, Latino, or Spanish origin?

No, I am not of Hispanic, Latino, or Spanish origin.

Yes, Mexican, Mexican American, or Chicano

Yes, Puerto Rican

Yes, Cuban

Yes, another Hispanic, Latino, or Spanish origin

I prefer not to disclose

Other (please specify)

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* 11. Age range:

18-24

25-34

35-44

45-54

55-64

65+

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* 12. Gender

Female

Male

I prefer not to disclose

Other (please specify)

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* 13. How long have you lived and/or worked in Charles County?

Less than one year

1-2 years

3-5 years

6-9 years

10-19 years

20+ years

Thank you for taking the time to apply for Children & Family Resource Academy! You will be contacted no later than Tuesday, February 17th to confirm your participation. If you have any questions, please send an email to communityengagement@charlescountymd.gov